The study of water bug fauna (Insecta: Hemiptera) in My Son Sanctuary, Quang Nam Province

A comprehensive inventory of water bug fauna (Insecta: Hemiptera) in My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, identified 36 species across 13 families. The study, conducted along Khe The stream in 2016 and 2017, highlights the dominance of Gerridae with 14 species, followed by Veliidae (4 species), and Nepidae/Naucoridae (3 species each). This baseline data aims to support ecological and irrigation conservation models for the sanctuary, addressing ongoing human impacts. The findings mark the first detailed documentation of water bug diversity in this culturally significant area, providing critical insights for ecosystem-based preservation strategies.

Thi Dao, C., Thi Anh Nguyet, N., & Anh Duc, T. (2017). The study of water bug fauna (Insecta: Hemiptera) in My Son Sanctuary, Quang Nam Province. VNU Journal of Science: Natural Sciences and Technology, 33(1S). https://doi.org/10.25073/2588-1140/vnunst.4557